Ghana Jobs: Country Director at Family Health International

Family Health International
Location: Accra, Ghana
Last Date: May 15, 2010
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Family Health International is a public health and development organization working to improve the lives of the world's most vulnerable people. Our 2,500 staff work in 55 countries conducting research
and implementing programs that advance public health and build local capacity to address development problems. Since 1971, Family Health International has been a global leader in family planning and reproductive health and, since 1986, in the worldwide response to HIV/AIDS. Our research and programs also address malaria, tuberculosis, and other infectious and chronic diseases. Our partners include US and international agencies, governments, foundations, research institutions, and individual donors. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Country Director based in Accra, Ghana.

Position Responsibilities:
The Country Director provides leadership and management oversight for all FHI’s portfolio of projects and activities of a medium to large and moderately complex country program; oversees operations and, as the primary FHI country representative, ensures strong collaboration between FHI and local Government, donors and sponsors. Represents FHI to external donors/sponsors and leads FHI business and resource development efforts in country. Also serves as project director or chief of party (COP) on designated FHI project/s.

Minimum Requirements:
BS/BA in public health or related field, and 11-13 years relevant experience in international development programs with 5-7 years supervisory experience; or MS/MA/MPH in public health or related field, and 9 - 11 years relevant experience in international development programs, with 5-7 years supervisory experience; or PhD, MD or equivalent degree with 7 - 9 years relevant experience with international development programs and 5-7 years of supervisory experience. Overseas field experience required. USAID experience preferred, with strong background in HIV/AIDS program management.

FHI has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI's Career Center at
http://www.fhi.org/en/AboutFHI/Employment/index.htm or through the International Employment section at www.fhi.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D